Los Angeles Angels vs. Philadelphia Phillies Prediction & Best Bets (July 20, 2025)
The Phillies and Angels will wrap up their series Sunday at Citizens Bank Park, and both teams look to take the series after the Phil’s evened it up on Saturday. Ranger Suárez gets the ball for the home side, and he’s got a sub-2.00 ERA and one of the lowest hard-hit rates among qualified starters. The Angels are sending out José Soriano, who’s turned in some solid outings but keeps putting runners on at a high rate and has been super vulnerable against patient, top-heavy lineups.
Philadelphia is still in control of the NL East and doesn’t want to gift another game to a team that’s sitting below .500. The final score of this one will depend on pitching durability, bullpen stability, and how well the Angels’ offense defends itself against a lefty who’s been pretty close to untouchable at Citizen’s Park!
Keep scrolling to see the game details, starting pitcher stats, the latest betting odds, what we’re watching storyline-wise, and our picks for the four best bets!
Game Details
- Matchup: Los Angeles Angels at Philadelphia Phillies
- Date & Time: Sunday, July 20, 5:35 pm ET
- Location: Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia, PA
- How to Watch: NBC Sports Philadelphia, MLB.tv
- Starting Pitchers: Phillies: Ranger Suárez – 7–3, ~1.94 ERA; Angels: José Soriano – 6–7, ~3.90 ERA
Pitcher Stats
The Phils will start out with lefty Ranger Suárez on the mound, and LA is countering with right-hander José Soriano. Look below for both of their stats!
Ranger Suárez (PHI)
- Record & ERA: 7–3, 2.15 ERA
- WHIP & Innings: 1.06 WHIP in 83 ⅔ innings
- Strikeouts: 78 Ks, averaging 8.4 strikeouts per nine innings
- Home Performance: Undefeated (3–0) at Citizens Bank Park with a 3.12 ERA
- Pitching Profile: Suárez consistently keeps hitters off-balance using precise location, producing ground-ball outs and limiting solid contact.
José Soriano (LAA)
- Record & ERA: 6–7, 3.90 ERA
- WHIP & Innings: High 1.45 WHIP over 113 innings, indicating frequent traffic on bases
- Strikeouts: 98 Ks, averaging 7.8 strikeouts per nine innings
- Recent Starts: Allowed five runs (one earned) against Arizona in his last outing (July 13)
- Pitching Profile: Soriano throws hard and can strike out batters, but he gets into trouble after the fourth or fifth inning because of inconsistent location and rising pitch counts.
Betting Odds
Who you got? The Phils or the Angels? If you’re betting, here are the latest odds via FanDuel:
| Bet Type | Angels | Phillies |
|---|---|---|
Run Line | +1.5 (-137) | -1.5 (+114) |
Moneyline | +150 | -178 |
Total | Over 8.5 (-122) | Under 8.5 (+100) |
Storylines to Watch
Who (and what) do we have our eye on for this ballgame? The following factors:
- Suárez vs. Contact: Suárez has allowed only one home run since the middle of June and holds opponents under a .210 average. The Angels don’t draw a lot of walks, and that puts them right into his strategy: early contact, weak grounders, and short innings.
- Phillies Want Revenge: Philly lost Game 1, but they won’t want to leave this one up to their bullpen again. Soriano has a high baserunner rate and goes long innings, so this will lean toward a front-loaded scoring window for the Phillies.
- Runline Says More Than the Moneyline: The Angels are +110 to win outright but only –176 to cover +1.5. That price gap? It tells you that oddsmakers are expecting a close game, but it’s one where L.A. loses but keeps it within 2 runs.
- Defensive Separation: The Phillies rank top-5 in double plays turned and bottom-5 in errors. The Angels aren’t far off in miscues, and in a low-total game, one bad throw or a missed stop will matter, so that’s another nod toward the under.
Our Best Bets
How are we gonna play this one? We’ve got three solid angles and one middle-of-the-road play if you’re betting!
1. Phillies Moneyline (–178)
- Our Confidence Level: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (8/10)
Why do we like it?
- Suárez has the obvious pitching advantage; he’s got an elite ERA, low WHIP, and has had excellent results at home.
- The Phillies hit off righties well and should be in control if they make early contact off Soriano. Plus, they’ve got the Philly fans behind them.
2. Angels +1.5 Runline (–137)
- Our Confidence Level: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (6/10)
Why do we like it?
- This one will cover you if it finishes as a one-run game. L.A. was close in Game 1 and can do the same again if the top half of the order gets involved.
- The price on the runline suggests that bookmakers expect a close final score.
3. Under 8.5 Total (+100)
- Our Confidence Level: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (7/10)
Why do we like it?
- Both starting pitchers limit home runs, and Philly’s defense cuts down extra-base chances.
- The total is shaded to the under despite the names that are involved, and that’s an indication this could be a slower scorer than expected.
4. Mike Trout Anytime HR (+340)
- Our Confidence Level: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (5/10)
Why do we like it?
At this number? Trout is worth a one-unit play for bettors who are looking to add a prop with some upside!
Trout has already homered in this series and has a great track record hitting against southpaws.
Who Wins this One: East Coast or West?
Suárez gives the Phillies a solid five innings before the bullpen takes over with a one-run lead. Philadelphia picks up just enough off Soriano, and it’ll most likely be in the second or third trip through the order, and the Angels will chip away with a scattered offense, mostly in the middle frames. The ninth could get a lil dicey, but the Phillies will hold the line and take the series.
Best Bets Recap
- Phillies Moneyline (–130): ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Angels +1.5 Runline (–176): ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Under 9.5 Total (–106): ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Mike Trout Anytime HR (+250): ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
Final Score Prediction: Phillies 5, Angels 4
A 5–4 finish lines up with our card! The Phillies ML hits, Angels +1.5 covers, and it stays just below the total. And if Trout homers? You’ve got yourself a clean sweep!
